
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Thompson Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX from $500 (12 Rentals)
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2004 Monterey St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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507 Oregon St, Unit 1, Unit 1
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Thompson, San Antonio, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thompson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Studio Apartments | $750 | $750 | $750 |
| Thompson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $675 | $1,375 |
| Thompson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $553 | $1,490 |
| Thompson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $1,044 | $1,886 |
| Thompson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,539 | $1,539 | $1,539 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Thompson Neighborhood of San Antonio, TX.
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Cheapest Available Thompson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Thompson area of San Antonio, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Palladium San Antonio priced from $553. 2614 Monterey Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $574. Here are the most affordable Thompson apartments for rent in San Antonio, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palladium San Antonio | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $553 |
| 2614 Monterey Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $574 |
| Darby Square | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $611 |
| Lucero | Unit B | 2BR,2BA | $899 |
| Bonito Parque Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thompson, TX
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thompson area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2004 Monterey St Model at 2004 Monterey St, Unit 2 in the in the Guadalupe neighborhood starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Thompson apartment is the C1 Model at Darby Square starting at $1,211 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Nogalitos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Thompson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Monterey St, Unit 2 | 2004 Monterey St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Darby Square | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Palladium San Antonio | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Bonito Parque Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 507 Oregon St, Unit 1 | 507 Oregon St | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Lucero | Unit A | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 2614 Monterey Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thompson Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Thompson?
The cheapest apartment in Thompson is 2614 Monterey Street which is listed at $574, while the average apartment in Thompson costs $1,539.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Thompson?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 27 regular apartments in Thompson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Thompson?
Cheap apartments in Thompson have an average cost of $1,151 which is $388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Thompson.
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